Waiver-Eligibility

Kashf Journal of Linguistics recognizes the importance of promoting research and contributing to the advancement of linguistic knowledge. We understand that financial constraints can limit access to publication opportunities, particularly for researchers in developing countries or those facing financial hardship. To address this, we offer a waiver program to reduce the financial burden of publishing in Kashf Journal of Linguistics.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Corresponding Author Affiliation: Applicants must be the corresponding author of the submitted manuscript and be affiliated with an institution located in one of the following categories:
    • Low-Income Economies: Countries classified by the World Bank as low-income economies as of July 2024.
    • Lower-Middle Income Economies: Authors from lower-middle income economies may be eligible for a partial waiver on a case-by-case basis, considering factors such as the research topic's significance, potential impact, and the author's financial situation.
    • Students: Currently enrolled students (undergraduate or postgraduate) at any accredited university worldwide may be eligible for a partial waiver.
    • Independent Researchers: Researchers not affiliated with an institution may be eligible for a partial waiver on a case-by-case basis, considering factors such as the research topic's significance, potential impact, and the researcher's financial situation.

Waiver Types:

  • Full Waiver: Authors from low-income economies are eligible for a full waiver of the Article Processing Charge (APC).
  • Partial Waiver: Authors from lower-middle income economies, students, and independent researchers may be eligible for a partial waiver of the APC, ranging from 25% to 50%, depending on the individual circumstances and the factors mentioned above.

Application Process:

  • Applicants must submit a waiver request form along with their manuscript submission. The form should include:
    • Author's affiliation and contact information.
    • Justification for the waiver request, including details about the author's financial situation or other relevant circumstances.
    • Evidence of affiliation or student status (if applicable).
  • Waiver requests will be reviewed by the editorial board on a case-by-case basis. The decision of the editorial board is final.
  • Applicants will be notified of the decision within two weeks of submitting their manuscript and waiver request.